Els vells
- Approximate level
- C1
- Length
- 24,849 words
- Reading time
- 2 h 4 min
- Chapters
- 63
- Language
- Catalan
- On Project Gutenberg since
- 2025
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This play by Ignasi Iglesias explores the daily lives and struggles of the elderly in early twentieth century Catalonia. The dialogue is natural and conversational, reflecting the domestic setting of the characters. While the vocabulary is accessible and rooted in common household activities, the text features colloquial expressions and contractions typical of the era. It is an excellent choice for learners who want to practice reading informal, spoken Catalan while engaging with themes of aging, poverty, and family dynamics.
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Subjects
- Catalan drama
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